Stress can actually be a GOOD thing When your ancestors were under threat – whether it was fighting off a predator or dealing with everyday problems like feeding a growing family – their bodies responded with energy to keep them out of harm’s way. Our culture has changed a lot since then, but our body’s… [Read More]
6 Ways to “Biohack” Your Sleep…Naturally
When was the last time you woke up without an alarm, refreshed and didn’t need a big bucket of coffee to get going in the morning? There’s no question that we all want better sleep! But, with all of the distractions, and stresses of daily life – it’s a wonder how any of us sleep at… [Read More]
Can Exercise Balance Your Hormones?
We all know how important exercise is for good health in general but you may not realize how it can affect your hormone balance. Exercise is a great leveler as it can reduce excess hormones and bring hormones back into balance. Some of the hormones that can be affected by exercise include estrogen, testosterone, cortisol… [Read More]
How to Know If You’re Going Through Menopause
Signs of menopause…Not sure exactly how to know if you might be going through menopause? You may start to notice changes in your health and wellbeing as you enter your forties and fifties but these aren’t always recognized as being linked to menopause. Changing levels of estrogen, testosterone and other hormones can encourage a range… [Read More]
How to Say No Without Feeling Guilty
Ever wish you were more assertive and felt able to say no to situations that aren’t in your best interests? If you tend to feel physically sick or break out in a cold sweat at just the thought of fighting your corner or saying no to somebody, it’s time to work on your assertiveness skills…. [Read More]
6 Ways to Develop Self Trust
Self Trust: Trusting your own intuition is really important for self love. We’re all born with this ability but as we get older and start to become aware of how we’re “supposed” to behave, self trust can go right out of the window. This is why so many of us are constantly seeking the approval… [Read More]
Tips for Exercising During a Hectic Holiday Season
The combination of colder weather and plenty of comfort food can mean that your health and fitness goals are sidelined over the holiday season. Plus, lots of people find that they put weight on too, which can be hard to shift come January. If you want to avoid this scenario, you’ll need to be a… [Read More]
5 Quick and Easy Self-care Tips for Busy Women
For busy women, self-care can feel like an unaffordable luxury. Self-care is often advertised as long weekends spent at the beach, a trip to the spa, or even hours spent on exercise. In reality, though, self-care can be anything (small or big) you do to give your body attention. Which is why the following self-care… [Read More]
Why Sleep is as important as your diet
Sleep is one of the best things you can do from a self care perspective but it’s also one of the areas that is most likely to be neglected. The recommended amount of shut eye is eight hours a night (preferably more!) but lots of us are falling far short of this and it’s having… [Read More]
Binge Eating vs Emotional Eating
When does indulging in your favorite snack cross the line from comfort to concern? The difference between emotional eating and binge eating lies mainly in how much food you consume. But, other key features may help you distinguish between the two and put an end to unhealthy snacking. Emotional Eating Stress manifests in different ways,… [Read More]
SIBO: what is it, and how do I know if I have it?
SIBO: Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth There may be something lurking within your gut, when and where you least expect it. You’re probably already in tune with keeping the large intestine healthy, balanced and well- populated with good bacteria (got probiotics?). But, what about the health of the small intestine that is located before it in the… [Read More]
Meditation obstacle? 9 Other Ways to Break Free From Stress
Meditation is awesome, but it’s not the only way! I know! Meditation is the secret sauce to take your wellness up to the status of the elite gurus. It’s the “be all, end all” for the health of your entire mind-body-spirit. It’s the absolute must-do that is the only path to beating the infamous health-buster… [Read More]
Turmeric: Is it Really a Miracle Spice?
Turmeric is a rhizome that grows under the ground like ginger. It has a rich, bright orange color and is used in many foods. Originally used in Southeast Asia, it’s a vital component for traditional curries. You can find dried powdered turmeric in the spice aisle of just about any grocery store. Sometimes they carry… [Read More]
The Ugly Truth About Guilt And Eating…
Feeling guilty about “sneaking” some “forbidden” foods… Exercising as a way to “make up for” all those calories you ate (or as punishment)… Binge eating because “I’ve already messed up so much today, what’s a little more?”… This is what happens when you look at food not as food but as either a friend or… [Read More]
Protein – How Much is Enough?
Protein – How Much is Enough? Protein is not just for great skin, hair, and nails; it’s critical for health. Without it, you wouldn’t be able to repair damage, digest food, fight infections, build muscle and bone, create hormones, and even think and have good moods. Higher protein diets can help fight high blood pressure,… [Read More]
Inflammation isn’t just an ordinary “buzz word”
There are some buzz words you probably hear so often, you end up tuning out when they come up. I’m going to guess that “inflammation” is likely one of those words. Not only is it a buzz word, it’s also a bit ambiguous if you aren’t really familiar with it. Inflammation is part of your… [Read More]
My favorite beverages to drink for a great night’s sleep
I can’t wait to share some of my favorite beverages to drink for a great night’s sleep! Do you struggle with sleep? Sometimes no matter how much we dream of a good night’s sleep, our bodies have other plans. I’m sure you are well aware of what NOT to drink to disrupt your sleep… like… [Read More]
Must Have Healthy Holiday Travel Tips
Are you looking for some must have healthy holiday travel tips? Well, you have come tot he right place! The holiday season typically involves a lot of travel. Bustling airports, busy highways, and packed trains. Winter is also flu season and rampant with germs with all of these people around! When I travel this time… [Read More]
How I ditch the anxiety & feel better in a busy season of life
SLOWING DOWN! No matter how hard we try, curveballs will always find a way to sneak in. It’s an inevitability of life, and that’s perfectly fine — if we are prepared to handle them! This season especially can feel hectic, rushed, overbooked and anxiety-ridden. So it’s the perfect time to put your focus on how… [Read More]
How to Get Over the Hump
It can feel overwhelming sometimes. You’ve been living your life, maybe raising kids, running your own business or showing up at someone else’s business. You find you have less and less time to do the important things in life. Like exercise daily, mindfully eat to fuel your body, sleep enough, and hydrate all day. Maybe… [Read More]
How Can I Get Enough Vitamin D?
When we think of “vitamins,” we know they’re super-important for health. But vitamin D is special. It’s difficult to get enough vitamin D; vitamin D is, therefore, a very common deficiency. So, let’s talk about how much of this critical fat-soluble vitamin we need, and how you can get enough. The three ways to vitamin… [Read More]
Adrenal Fatigue: What Is It? And What Are The Symptoms?
Stressed? Tired? Craving sugar? Can’t sleep? All of these can be related to the constant stress we feel in our lives. We know that stress can have a huge impact on our health and wellness. And, since your adrenal glands produce stress hormones, adrenal fatigue (or “HPA Axis Dysregulation,”) is a popular theme lately. Your… [Read More]
The Gut-Brain Connection: How To Feed Your Brain
If there was ever a call for “digestive health,” this is it! Yes, it’s true. Your gut is considered your “second brain.” There is no denying it anymore. And because of the new scientific discoveries about the vagus nerve, the enteric nervous system, and the amazing influence your gut microbes can have, it’s no wonder… [Read More]
Is My Poop Normal?
Yes, I’m serious! (And don’t you sometimes wonder anyway?) You already know that your poop can reflect your physical, and sometimes even emotional, health. You may get constipation or have diarrhea when you eat something that “doesn’t agree with you,” or when you’re super-nervous about something. And what about fiber and water? If you’re not… [Read More]
Foods to Reduce Night Time Hot Flashes
Do you get hot flashes? Are they mostly at night? Do they set the bed on fire (but not in that way)? Let’s get you some solutions! Before we do that, just some quick info on why hot flashes occur so we can try to effect the root cause of these hormonal symptoms. What causes… [Read More]
Haven’t Changed Anything in Your Diet But Getting Fatter?
You are positive that you’re not eating more food or “junkier” food but you’re still gaining weight. Is this possible? Yes! You are NOT crazy! And here’s why. We both know that the whole “calories in, calories out” argument is an overly simplistic view of weight. There’s definitely more to the… [Read More]
5 Reasons You Bloat More After Age 45
Bloating is generally the result of not being able to properly digest foods. These not-so-digested foods feel like they’re just sitting around causing discomfort and a general feeling of being stuffed and “gassy”. It can happen at any age but if it seems to be more frequent as you’re getting older it can very well… [Read More]
Menopausal Women: Do This Before You Take the Meds Your Doctor Prescribed
Of course, listen to what your doctor says. And also listen to what your body says. We both know that what you eat and how you move can make a HUGE improvement in some of the symptoms of menopause. Not to mention how common it is for ladies to gain weight at this time of… [Read More]
Your Body Talks….Are You Listening?
When I first started learning about being healthy I was, admittedly, a bit overwhelmed. It seemed as if there was a “bad” way of doing things and a “good” way. If you just go to the local bookstore you’ll see shelves upon shelves of weight loss books, healthy recipe books, and personal development books –… [Read More]
Why Your Waist Circumference Matters 100x More Than The Scale
You totally want to ditch your scale, don’t you? You may have this weird kind of relationship with your “weight”. I mean, it doesn’t define you (obviously). What you weigh can matter but only to a certain extent. Let’s look at your waist circumference (well…you look at yours and I’ll look at mine). Waist Circumference… [Read More]
Why is My Metabolism Slow?
You may feel tired, cold or that you’ve gained weight. Maybe your digestion seems a bit more “sluggish”. You may be convinced that your metabolism is slow. Why does this happen? Why do metabolic rates slow down? What can slow my metabolism? Metabolism includes all of the biochemical reactions in your body that use nutrients… [Read More]
Bye Bye Sleeping Through the Night
Have you said “bye bye” to sleeping through the night? Are you feeling exhausted or “running on stress hormones” all day? Do not fear, I have some great tips (and an amazing recipe) for you! The science of sleep is fascinating, complicated and growing Sleep is this daily thing that we all do and yet… [Read More]
Losing Strength? This Hormone Can Help
Yes, we’re talking testosterone. That muscle-building hormone. But I’m not going to recommend that you take any anabolic steroid hormones or anything like that. I am going to give you two solid tips on how you can boost your testosterone levels naturally with supplements. Tip #1: Get enough zinc Zinc is an essential mineral that… [Read More]
Everything You Think You Know About Healthy Eating is Wrong and it’s Making You Fat and Tired
Oh my gosh – nutrition and diet info is everywhere! And each expert and association tries to lead you in their direction because they know best and their advice is going to help you. Right? Well, maybe… Everyone has heard (and maybe lived through) the intense focus on how much you eat. This has gotten… [Read More]
Three Ways to Avoid Overeating at Meals
Sometimes those holiday feasts are just amazing. And it’s not just the abundance of delicious food but also the people, the decorations, and the ambiance. It is way too easy (and common) to indulge on those days. But it doesn’t always stop there. Sometimes we overeat on regular days. Or at regular meals. Or All…. [Read More]